1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
