2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1982 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon 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, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1982 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Canyon | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
