2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 22 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 185 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar X-Type | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
Model | X-Type | Town Car |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |