2002 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Acura | Lincoln |
Model | MDX | Town Car |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |