1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 17 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 133 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | MPV |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |