1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 389 kg more than 1985 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Silverado |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3378 mm |