2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-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 F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
