1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 31 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 236 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Eos |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2578 mm |