1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 854 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 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | LeSabre | Continental |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3230 mm |