1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | C-Max |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2648 mm |