1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 319 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Continental | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
Model | Continental | Stavic |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |