1977 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 740 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Capri 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Capri | Continental |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |