1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 39 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 127 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Lincoln | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3020 mm |
