1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 13 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 77 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 692 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
