1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 231 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2788 mm |
