1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
