1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban 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 86 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 269 kg more than 2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1985 GMC Suburban | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | GMC | Lincoln |
Model | Suburban | Town Car |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |