1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | F-150 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |