1974 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Civic, 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Civic | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Civic | Continental |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2990 mm |