1985 Lancia Y10 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 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 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 190 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Y10 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 Lancia Y10 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. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Y10 has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Y10 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:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Y10 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2990 mm |
