2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Fusion | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |