1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | 2200 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
