2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 808 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Jazz | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2990 mm |