2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 29 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Wrangler | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
