1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 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 8 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
| Model | Continental | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2490 mm |
