1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 13 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1201 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.
Because 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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 Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 2006 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Prelude | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 114 L |
