1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Crown Victoria | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Crown Victoria | Continental |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |