1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 406 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Fairlane | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3000 mm |
