1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1992 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1992 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Micra, 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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Continental | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Micra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
