1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7541 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2800 mm |