1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 41 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 523 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
