1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Prelude | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 106 L |
