1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 695 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |