1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 2013 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Continental | Escape |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2690 mm |