2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1145 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |