2004 Kia Amanti vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Kia Amanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti, 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Amanti | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Amanti | Town Car |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2990 mm |