1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Lincoln Blackwood
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Blackwood is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 930 kg more than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2002 Lincoln Blackwood is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Blackwood will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Lincoln Blackwood | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LeSabre | Blackwood |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3530 mm |
