1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 25 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 3 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Electra | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
