1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2870 mm |
