1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude 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 96 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 141 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Prelude | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
