1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
