1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 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 135 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 955 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | 626 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |