1971 Ford Maverick vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Because 1971 Ford Maverick 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 1971 Ford Maverick. 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, 1971 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | Prelude |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |