2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
