1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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 2013 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | F-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |