1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX 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 92 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Continental | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
