1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Ranchero 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 1969 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Ranchero | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranchero | Prelude |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |