1984 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chrysler New Yorker | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | New Yorker | Town Car |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |