2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 532 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-150 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2990 mm |
