1988 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1986 Peugeot Proxima
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot Proxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot Proxima would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 750 kg more than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot Proxima is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot Proxima 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (122 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. 1988 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot Proxima has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot Proxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Town Car | 1986 Peugeot Proxima | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Town Car | Proxima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
