1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Maverick | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Maverick | Continental |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2990 mm |