2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 26 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
Model | Tiburon | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2990 mm |