1978 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Prelude |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 2257 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |