2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LS | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
