1987 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 745 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, 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, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21. 1987 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lincoln Town Car | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Lincoln | Renault |
Model | Town Car | 21 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |