2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Crossfire | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
