1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 20 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 308 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
