1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 176 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Prelude | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |