1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 18 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, 2001 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Because 2001 Subaru Outback 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, 2001 Subaru Outback 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Outback |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
