1978 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1985 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | Continental |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |