1998 Honda SSM vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda SSM. (286 Nm). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda SSM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda SSM | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | SSM | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
