1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1425 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2010 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
