2004 GAZ 3110 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3110. 1979 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2004 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3110 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GAZ | Lincoln |
| Model | 3110 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2990 mm |
