1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 150 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Scorpio 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:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Scorpio | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |