2004 Kia Spectra vs. 1987 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 606 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra, 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, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 1987 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 1987 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Spectra | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2990 mm |
