1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 375 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
