1972 Ford Torino vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 292 kg more than 1984 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Torino | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
