1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 17 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
