1955 Lincoln Premiere vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lincoln Premiere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lincoln Premiere would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lincoln Premiere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lincoln Premiere (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lincoln Premiere should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lincoln Premiere weights approximately 902 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lincoln Premiere | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Premiere | Corona |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
