1985 Lincoln Continental vs. 2001 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 69 kg more than 1985 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lincoln Continental | 2001 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | Continental | Town Car |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |