1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 44 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 105 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Lincoln | Dacia |
| Model | Continental | Duster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7536 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2673 mm |
