1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Durango | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |
