1998 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 111 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Prelude |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |