1996 Honda Today vs. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 940 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 1989 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 1989 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1989 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Today | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
