1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 282 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Caprice | Town Car |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 333 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |