1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 18 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
