1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 834 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |