1989 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 24 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 12 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 658 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. 1989 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Veloster 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 | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Town Car | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2650 mm |
