1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 821 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
