1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Lincoln | Venturi |
| Model | Continental | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
