2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Charger | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
