1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 27 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 2001 Toyota RunX. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | RunX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
