1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 987 kg more than 1994 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
