1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 40 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Journey |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2891 mm |