1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 1997 Ford Mustang 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 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
