2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 19 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 891 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Prelude |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |