2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
Model | Santa Fe | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 297 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 | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |