2005 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 61 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
