1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 184 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Continental | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
