2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 23 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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 123 kg more than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (367 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Voyager | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
