1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 975 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |
