1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
