2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2990 mm |
