1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 724 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Tempra | Continental |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
