1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 30 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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 149 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2795 mm |
