1992 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 226 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
