2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
