1998 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | Continental |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |