2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
