1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lincoln Continental | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |