1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 861 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Tundra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3221 mm |