2002 Lancia Dialogos vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2002 Lancia Dialogos 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Dialogos. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Dialogos.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Dialogos, 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Dialogos. (309 Nm). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Dialogos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Dialogos | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Dialogos | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |
