2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | SSR | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
