1981 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 526 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lincoln Mark VI 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 Mark VI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1981 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Mark VI | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | Mark VI | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
