1996 Honda Today vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Today | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
