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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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 | 2294 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |