2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 456 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
