1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Prelude |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |