1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 40 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 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 522 kg more than 1962 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega 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, 2002 Toyota Mega 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
