1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Because 1987 Toyota Model F 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 1987 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F. 1987 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Model F |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
