2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
