1991 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 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 176 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 4, 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 4 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 | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
