1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 754 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
