2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
