1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Continental | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
