1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 24 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Micra, 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Micra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
