1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 174 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1997 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
