2009 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
