1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
