1983 Peugeot 505 vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 671 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Peugeot 505 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Peugeot | Lincoln |
Model | 505 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2990 mm |