2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 540 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caravan | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
