1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 33 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2720 mm |
