1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 531 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
| Model | Continental | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
