1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 41 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 810 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Lincoln | Jeep |
| Model | Continental | Compass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2634 mm |
