1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6554 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
