1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica 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 95 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |