1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 34 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 421 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Jetta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2651 mm |