2002 Buick Cielo vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Buick Cielo is newer by 7 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, 2002 Buick Cielo (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Buick Cielo.
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, 2002 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Cielo | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
