1974 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Prelude |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |