1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1994 Nissan Maxima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
