2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Freelander | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
