1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
