1991 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 2009 Hyundai i20, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i20 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 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
Model | Town Car | i20 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2525 mm |