2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 956 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lincoln Continental 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 1968 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Mobilio | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |
