2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 661 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sportage | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
