1989 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lincoln Town Car | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Lincoln | Saab |
Model | Town Car | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |