1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 26 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
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, 2005 Mercury Mariner, 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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
Model | Continental | Mariner |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 313 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |