1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Stealth | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2980 mm |
