1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 29 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, 2012 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 385 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane.
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, 2012 Renault Megane, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Megane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
