1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 29 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
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, 2010 Mercury Mariner, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
Model | Continental | Mariner |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2619 mm |