2004 Dodge Neon vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 25 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, 2004 Dodge Neon (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 684 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 1979 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Neon | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |
