2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
Model | Santa Fe | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |