2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 916 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln LS 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 2006 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln LS | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lincoln | Honda |
Model | LS | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |