1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Aspen | Continental |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |