1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lincoln Continental. 1974 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Euro 1 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
