1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1998 Lincoln Continental and 1998 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 143 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 805 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
Model | Continental | Colt |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |