1998 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 1980 Lincoln Continental 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | Continental |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |