1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1983 Ford Tempo and 1983 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Tempo | Continental |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |