1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 1986 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Wrangler | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2990 mm |
