1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
