1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Continental | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2920 mm |
