1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 757 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | Escalade |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3302 mm |