1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 226 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1998 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Riviera | Continental |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |