2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 177 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude.
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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Prelude |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |