1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Highlander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |