1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Subaru XT is newer by 7 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, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT.
Because 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1990 Subaru XT 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 1990 Subaru XT | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | Continental | XT |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |