1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 403 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Lincoln Continental 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 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | Town & Country | Continental |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 7544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2980 mm |