2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 21 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Neos | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
Model | Neos | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |