1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 424 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | HHR |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2629 mm |