1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra 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 142 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Sierra | Continental |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
