1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1995 Lincoln Continental and 1995 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 44 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota MR2 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 1995 Toyota MR2. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota MR2 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 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
