1983 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Nissan C 52.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Town Car | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Town Car | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
