1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
