1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 31 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 389 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson, 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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Tucson |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2639 mm |