2009 Ford Flex vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Flex | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
