1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1989 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1989 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 1989 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Suburban | Town Car |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |