1989 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 582 kg more than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | New Yorker | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
