1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 263 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
