1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 38 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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 (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Routan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3080 mm |
