1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Prelude |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |