1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Riviera | Continental |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |