1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Titan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3560 mm |
