1986 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1983 Lincoln Mark VII 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 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Civic | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |