1989 Lancia Y10 vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10, 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Y10 | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Y10 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3000 mm |
