1999 Ford Puma vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
