2007 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 406 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
