1994 Lancia Zeta vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1994 Lancia Zeta is newer by 11 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 64 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Zeta. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Zeta.
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, 1994 Lancia Zeta, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Zeta | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
Model | Zeta | Town Car |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |