1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 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 35 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 145 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
