1957 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Escort 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 1957 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Prelude |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |