2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 837 kg more than 1984 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Express | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
