1998 Ford Libre vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Libre | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Libre | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 978 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
