1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Vega | Continental |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
