1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Blazer |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |