1989 Chrysler TC vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler TC. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 356 kg more than 1989 Chrysler TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | TC | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2990 mm |
