Describe the differences between a "coastal climate" and a "continental climate" at the same latitudes and elevations

I'd say that the prevailing influence is in the air make up. Coastal climates have a higher saltiness in the air. Couple with the fact that ocean winds affect the coast line more directly. Continental climates have a lesser affect by humidity due to mountain ranges, Plains, etc. This makes the environment much more different. In a nutshell