1945 Jeep MB vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 750 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB. 1988 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep MB has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep MB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | MB | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2990 mm |
