1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1998 Plymouth Prowler 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 1998 Plymouth Prowler. 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Lincoln | Plymouth |
Model | Continental | Prowler |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |