1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | V50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
