1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 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 92 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Ranger | Town Car |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |