1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 18 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 574 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
