1989 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1989 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 101 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lincoln Town Car | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Lincoln | Renault |
Model | Town Car | 9 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |