1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Polo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
