1996 Honda Today vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 976 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 1983 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Today | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
