1983 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 29 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 669 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Lincoln Town Car 2012 Hyundai Getz
Make Lincoln Hyundai
Model Town Car Getz
Year Released 1983 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1341 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 83.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 165 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 5570 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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