2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 436 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Mobilio | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |