1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 22 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, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX.
Because 1987 Lincoln Continental 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 1987 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX, 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Continental | CSX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
