2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Tahoe | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
