1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
Model | Continental | V90 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |