1981 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 3 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick Estate 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 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS, 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Estate | MKS |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5184 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |