1989 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1989 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1989 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1970 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1970 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lincoln Town Car | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | 8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2270 mm |
