Originally Posted by TheOtherDave™

Well, the Accord is known for a quiet, tranquil driving experience. Your 98 Accord is somewhat heavier and more thoroughly insulated against engine and road noise than either the Prelude or Integra, so the driving experience is going to reflect those differences.Also, the suspension isn't quite as firm... there are a lot of elements of driving that are dulled out by weight and insulation.

Heck, Lexus has sold hundreds of thousands of cars on those two principles alone.