2002 Jaguar XK vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK.
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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XK | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
