1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi FTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi FTO 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 20 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO. (197 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO.
1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi FTO has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO 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 | 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | FTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
