2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 716 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |
