1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 32 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 81 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.
Because 1979 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Quest |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3000 mm |