1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 41 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 148 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 173 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
| Model | Continental | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |
