2001 Daewoo Korando vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2001 Daewoo Korando 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Korando. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 742 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 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 1988 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Korando, 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Korando. (145 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daewoo Korando 1988 Lincoln Town Car
Make Daewoo Lincoln
Model Korando Town Car
Year Released 2001 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 4940 cc
Horse Power 105 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1088 kg 1830 kg
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2990 mm


 

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