1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
