1982 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 23 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lincoln Town Car | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Lincoln | Saab |
Model | Town Car | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1585 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |