1999 Honda Today vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2013 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Today | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2116 mm |
