1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 845 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 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 1991 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Hyundai Scoupe 1991 Lincoln Town Car
Make Hyundai Lincoln
Model Scoupe Town Car
Year Released 1996 1991
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2990 mm


 

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