1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 30 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | C30 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
