1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
