1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
