1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 616 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
