1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
Model | Continental | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2820 mm |