1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 925 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | Continental | Life |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
