1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Lincoln Town Car
In comparing the 1998 Lincoln Continental's and the 1998 Lincoln Town Car's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 1998 Lincoln Continental and 1998 Lincoln Town Car have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Lincoln Continental's and the 1998 Lincoln Town Car's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Lincoln Continental is a better car than the 1998 Lincoln Town Car.
1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Lincoln Town Car Pricing
A used 1998 Lincoln Continental ranges from $1,505 to $10,845 while a used 1998 Lincoln Town Car is priced between $1,537 to $11,445.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 Lincoln Continental’s base engine makes 260 horsepower, and the 1998 Lincoln Town Car base engine makes 200 horsepower. Both the Continental and the Town Car are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 1998 Lincoln Continental and 1998 Lincoln Town Car are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1998 Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1505 - 10845
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.549895
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1537 - 11445
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.495448 / 10
Reliability:
8.286346 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Town Car Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln Continental Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Lincoln Town Car Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Base
1998 Lincoln Town Car Trim Levels
Cartier, Executive, Signature
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3868 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
207 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3860 lbs
Width:
78.2 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
215.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available