2002 Lincoln Continental vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln Continental | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Continental | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 Length | 5450 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
