1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental 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 103 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Lincoln | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Capital |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
