2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 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 |