1983 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Electra | LS |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |