1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
