1980 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Electra | LS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |