1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 323 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2370 mm |
