1980 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKT is newer by 31 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 378 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKT, 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, 2011 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2011 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Electra | MKT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2995 mm |
