2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 667 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (454 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Camaro | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
