1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 260 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
