1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
