1973 Honda Life vs. 2000 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Lincoln Continental is newer by 27 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1260 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.
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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 2000 Lincoln Continental 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. 2000 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 2000 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Life | Continental |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
