2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 666 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
