2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Taurus | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |