1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Lincoln | Honda |
Model | Mark VII | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |