2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
