1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 21 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | Familia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |