1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Spirit | Continental |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |
