1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 149 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 935 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
