1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 36 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, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 794 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
