1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 488 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2800 mm |
