2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2526 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 61 L |
