2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 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 5,400 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 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 132 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 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 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |