1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 402 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Falcon | Town Car |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |