1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 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 120 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
