2001 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
