1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 720 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
