2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Tucson | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2990 mm |
