1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental 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 24 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (193 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
