1991 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 20 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 667 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Town Car | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Town Car | Getz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
