1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 426 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.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
