2005 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
