1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 435 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Highlander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |