1991 Ford Orion vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
