1986 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Legend | Continental |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |