1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Lincoln | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Verano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
