1979 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 982 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2009 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | MKX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |