2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Express | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
