1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
