1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 8 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 766 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lincoln | Morgan |
Model | Continental | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |