1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Prelude |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |