2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Hyundai H100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai H100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai H100 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | H100 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
