2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Ram | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2990 mm |
