1999 Lexus LX vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1999 Lexus LX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (230 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Lexus LX.
Because 1999 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX 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, 1999 Lexus LX (417 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | LX | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
