2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (271 Nm). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Freestyle | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
