1991 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 535 kg more than 1972 Rover 2000. 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 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1972 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1972 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lincoln Town Car | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Lincoln | Rover |
Model | Town Car | 2000 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |