1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 19 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, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 204 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 2002 Seat Leon 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, 2002 Seat Leon 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lincoln | Seat |
Model | Continental | Leon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |