1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 280 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. 1969 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Continental | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2260 mm |
