1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 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 1999 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
