1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 20 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, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will.
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, 2001 Toyota Will, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Will |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2380 mm |