1989 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 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, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mazda 3, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lincoln Town Car | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Town Car | 3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2650 mm |