1988 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 829 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 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy 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 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Lincoln | GMC |
Model | Town Car | Envoy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2880 mm |