1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 496 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
