1982 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 867 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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, 2008 Peugeot 206, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206. 1982 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 206 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 | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Town Car | 206 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
