1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 542 kg more than 2011 Acura CSX.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX, 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Continental | CSX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |
