1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 572 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1980 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lincoln Continental | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
