1991 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | Continental |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |