2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 522 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Explorer | Town Car |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 310 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |