2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 402 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Town Car | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | Town Car | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4940 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 |
Torque | 389 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |