1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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 89 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 456 kg more than 2013 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Sentra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 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 | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |