1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lincoln Mark VI 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 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Ballade | Mark VI |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |