1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 259 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264.
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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | 264 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
