1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Holden Statesman. 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Statesman | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3150 mm |
