1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental 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 14 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra, 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
