1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1974 Chrysler 160 and 1974 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1974 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 160 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3230 mm |
