1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lincoln Continental | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | Continental | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7534 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
