1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 46 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |