1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1986 Chevrolet Blazer and 1986 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Blazer | Continental |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
