2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Excursion | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3230 mm |
