2003 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2003 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 2003 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln Continental | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Verada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
