2002 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 617 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 110.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
