1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 17 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 89 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Lincoln | MCC |
Model | Continental | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1810 mm |