1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 935 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Ranger | Continental |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
