2004 Honda Insight vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 777 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lincoln Mark VII 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 Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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 Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Insight | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |