2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 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 43 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 43 kg more than 1969 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 110.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |
