1998 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 9 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
