2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental.
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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 7534 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 464 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |