1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. 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 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |