1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2814 mm |
