1981 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 876 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (280 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Town Car | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Town Car | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
