1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2650 mm |
