2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ducato | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |