2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Cherokee | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Cherokee | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |