2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 26 kg more than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Trajet | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
