1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, both 1980 Lincoln Continental and 1980 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 965 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14, 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 1980 Renault 14 | |
Make | Lincoln | Renault |
Model | Continental | 14 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |