1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 129 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 115 L |
