1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 1980 Lincoln Continental and 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lincoln Continental | 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
