2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1966 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1750 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |
