1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 38 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lincoln | Jeep |
| Model | Continental | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4956 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2781 mm |
