1989 Chrysler TC vs. 1989 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, both 1989 Chrysler TC and 1989 Lincoln Town Car were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler TC (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 356 kg more than 1989 Chrysler TC.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC, 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, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chrysler TC | 1989 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | TC | Town Car |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2990 mm |