1986 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 26 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Town Car.
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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. 1986 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 03-Sep 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.
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1986 Lincoln Town Car | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Lincoln | Saab |
Model | Town Car | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |