1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 192 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
