1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. 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 171 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 1974 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX has manual transmission. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Continental | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2040 mm |
