1997 Acura Integra vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 832 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura Integra | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Acura | Lincoln |
Model | Integra | Town Car |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 172 Nm | 389 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |