1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 260 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lincoln Continental | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7544 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2207 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |