1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
