1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 935 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. 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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 15 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
