1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 111 kg more than 1984 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Suburban | Town Car |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3150 mm |