1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Ford Thunderbird
In comparing the 1989 Honda Prelude's and the 1989 Ford Thunderbird's specifications and ratings, the 1989 Honda Prelude has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1989 Ford Thunderbird has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1989 Honda Prelude's and the 1989 Ford Thunderbird's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1989 Honda Prelude’s base engine makes 104 horsepower, and the 1989 Ford Thunderbird base engine makes 140 horsepower. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Honda Prelude Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Thunderbird Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Prelude Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Thunderbird Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1989 Honda Prelude Trim Levels
S, Si, Si 4WS
1989 Ford Thunderbird Trim Levels
Base, LX, SC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
104 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
111 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque:
215 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
34 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2571 lbs
Width:
67 inches
Height:
49 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
100.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3581 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
198 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available