1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 22 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, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 224 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.

Because 1983 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Lincoln Continental 2005 Seat Leon
Make Lincoln Seat
Model Continental Leon
Year Released 1983 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4940 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1376 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