1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Because 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
