2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Viper | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |