1989 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2006 Holden Epica
To start off, 2006 Holden Epica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Epica (153 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Epica should accelerate faster than 1989 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Holden Epica, 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, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Epica. (237 Nm). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lincoln Town Car | 2006 Holden Epica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Holden |
| Model | Town Car | Epica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |
