1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, 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 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lincoln Continental | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
Model | Continental | Alero |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2720 mm |