1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 242 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Typhoon | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
