1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4190 mm |
