1982 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 767 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. 1982 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Town Car | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Town Car | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
