1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental.
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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3193 mm |
