2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | CR-V | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
