1989 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 551 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Voyager | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
