1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2490 mm |
