1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 826 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.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Continental | Expedition |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |