1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 880 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lincoln Continental | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 372 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |