2004 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 18 kg more than 2004 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Prelude |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |