2004 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 41 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
