1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 367 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | DeVille | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3150 mm |
