1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 594 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |