2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 30 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2009 Dodge Caliber, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Caliber | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2990 mm |
