2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 384 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Vizon | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2990 mm |
