2007 Acura RDX vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | RDX | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
