2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 257 kg more than 1970 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Avalanche | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |
