2008 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Focus | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
