1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Dodge Grand Caravan 1983 Lincoln Town Car
Make Dodge Lincoln
Model Grand Caravan Town Car
Year Released 1990 1983
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 142 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5570 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2990 mm


 

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