1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2340 mm |
