1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |