1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 725 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (358 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Supra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
