1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang 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 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 595 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Mustang | Continental |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 6554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |