1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 317 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.
Because 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |
