1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 775 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Prelude | Continental |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
