1988 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 467 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lincoln Town Car | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Town Car | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2890 mm |