2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
