1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
