2009 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 Lincoln Continental 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 1987 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1987 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |