1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
