1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |