1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2005 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Prelude | Continental |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| 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 | 1235 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
