2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 152 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sportage | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 87 L |
