2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
