1994 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 307 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Statesman | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | Statesman | Town Car |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |