2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Transit Connect | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
