1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Justy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental 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 71 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 830 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy 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, 1997 Subaru Justy 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Justy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
