1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 12 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 20 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 691 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | 190 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
