2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
