1980 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 820 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Continental |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
