1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 695 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Continental. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotec |
| Model | Continental | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
