2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 291 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Wrangler | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
