1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. 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 21 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
