1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
