1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry and 1970 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Datsun | Lincoln |
Model | 100A Cherry | Continental |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 7534 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2980 mm |