1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 26 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 94 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Lincoln | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2470 mm |
