1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |