1977 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1977 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Electra | Continental |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |