1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 611 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Nova | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Nova | Town Car |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3142 mm |