1991 Acura Legend vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | Legend | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
