1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental 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 103 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Celica 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:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
