2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1968 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1968 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Astro | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
