1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 821 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 204 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
