1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental 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 40 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | 929 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |