1982 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX, 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Estate | MKX |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4737 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1715 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |