1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Prelude |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |