2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dakota | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |