1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 506 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
