1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3090 mm |
