1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
