1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 26 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, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 152 kg more than 1984 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Continental | RL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2799 mm |
