1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 227 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Monaco | Continental |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
