1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 178 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort 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:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3142 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
