1994 Ford Probe vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 636 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. 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, 1994 Ford Probe, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Probe | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
