2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa.
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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa. 2002 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
