1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 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 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 107 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Prelude | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
