1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 362 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1337 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
