2000 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 758 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escape | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3230 mm |
