1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 12 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 77 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 401 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
