1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | LeSabre | Continental |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |