1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 840 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 220 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
