1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 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 89 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
