1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 42 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 46 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
Model | Continental | Rodius |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |