1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 526 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | Town & Country | Continental |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3230 mm |