1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 682 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 1969 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2770 mm |
