2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 65 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1751 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1958 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1105 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 |
