1991 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 22 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 179 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lincoln Town Car | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Town Car | MKX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2824 mm |
