2002 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude.
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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Prelude |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |