2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 GMC Envoy. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 63 kg more than 1969 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Envoy. (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Envoy | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2980 mm |
