2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 399 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford C-MAX | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | C-MAX | Prelude |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |