2004 Honda Z vs. 1987 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 870 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 1987 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1987 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Z | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2990 mm |
