1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Because 1994 Ford Aerostar 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 1994 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Aerostar | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
