1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | Protege |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |