1993 Chrysler ES vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1993 Chrysler ES is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 695 kg more than 1993 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler ES, 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler ES | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | ES | Town Car |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |