1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Laser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2370 mm |
