1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 708 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LeSabre | Continental |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 110.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
