1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Continental | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3080 mm |
