1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lincoln | Land Rover |
| Model | Continental | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2891 mm |
