1990 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 552 kg more than 1990 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 Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
