2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-250 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
