1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Lincoln | Honda |
Model | Continental | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |