1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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 161 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 702 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
