2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 499 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Civic | Mark VII |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |