1995 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 660 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Continental |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
