1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1681 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | F-150 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5611 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1991 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |