1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1982 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 411 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (203 Nm). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 1982 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Malibu | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
