1986 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 24 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 640 kg more than 2010 Scion xD. 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, 2010 Scion xD, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xD. 1986 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2010 Scion xD has manual transmission. 2010 Scion xD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Town Car | 2010 Scion xD | |
Make | Lincoln | Scion |
Model | Town Car | xD |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3929 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2461 mm |