1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Tundra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3710 mm |