1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental. 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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
