1973 Honda Life vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1987 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Life | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |