1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 34 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 113 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Continental | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
