1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 188 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 818 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 | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
