2001 Honda Model X vs. 1982 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 Honda Model X is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Model X (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Model X should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 347 kg more than 2001 Honda Model X.
Because 1982 Lincoln Town Car 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 1982 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Model X, 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, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Model X. (217 Nm). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Model X. 1982 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Model X has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Model X will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Model X | 1982 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Model X | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
