2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 143 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1829 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
