1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Ford E-Series

To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Honda Prelude 2013 Ford E-Series
Make Honda Ford
Model Prelude E-Series
Year Released 1983 2013
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1829 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.06:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 12 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 2111 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 181 L