2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
