1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
