1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 884 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Step Wagon | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3230 mm |