1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 755 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lincoln Mark VII 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 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | 1300 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
