1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 29 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 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Lincoln | Plymouth |
| Model | Continental | Neon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
