2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Bantam | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |