1981 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2004 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2004 Renault Scenic is newer by 23 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, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 1981 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Town Car | 2004 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1704 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
