1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 25 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 805 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 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
