1988 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
