1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1979 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Prelude | Continental |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
