1987 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 69 kg more than 2003 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 1987 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos. 1987 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Koleos 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 | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2740 mm |
