1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Highlander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2730 mm |