1991 Honda CRX vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 865 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | CRX | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2990 mm |
