1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 463 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Continental | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |