1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Town Car 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 2008 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2008 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Ballade | Town Car |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3150 mm |