2000 Lincoln Continental vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 2000 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra. 2000 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1987 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1987 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lincoln Continental | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Continental | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
