1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1975 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |