1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 188 kg more than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
