1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
