1998 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1998 Citroen AX is newer by 15 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 (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Citroen AX, 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 (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen AX | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | AX | Town Car |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3080 mm |