1990 Ford Orion vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Orion | Continental |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
