1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Prius, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Prius |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |