1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Lincoln | Buick |
Model | Continental | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |