1986 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Town Car | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Town Car | Almera |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |