1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 522 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lincoln Continental | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saab |
| Model | Continental | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
