2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 23 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 749 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.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Envoy | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
