1974 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 882 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Capri | Town Car |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 389 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |