1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | Continental | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2800 mm |