1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 32 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 375 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2013 Toyota Matrix is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2600 mm |
