Ford Probe vs Lincoln Continental
The Ford Probe is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Lincoln Continental. At EPA assumptions that is about $750 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Probe | Lincoln Continental | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 378 | 244 |
| Most reported problem | Seat belts | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 11 and 7 | 5 and 16 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 110,000 miles | 59,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 28 | 16 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,800 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 378 complaints for the Ford Probe and 244 for the Lincoln Continental. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Ford Probe, 3 for the Lincoln Continental.