2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1988 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-250 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1958 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |