1994 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Acura | Lincoln |
Model | NSX | Continental |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2990 mm |