2007 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
