2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
