1972 Austin Marina 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 Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. 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 (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | Marina | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
