2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
