1984 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1985 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Continental |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
