1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 22 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 113 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2440 mm |