1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Lincoln | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
