1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Acura TL
To start off, both 1997 Lincoln Continental and 1997 Acura TL were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Acura TL. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura TL.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Acura TL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Continental | TL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 176 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
