1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane, 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 (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lincoln | Renault |
Model | Continental | Safrane |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |