1981 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 902 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lincoln LS 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 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | LS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
