1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | C70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
