1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 22 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 75 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Corrado |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |