1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
Model | Continental | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7534 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |