2005 Ford Lynx vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Ford Lynx is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Lynx weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Lynx | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Lynx | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
