1998 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 929 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Opel | Lincoln |
Model | Astra | Town Car |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3142 mm |