2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 35 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 853 kg more than 1969 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Excursion | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 110.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3060 kg | 2207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2980 mm |
