2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1987 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1987 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Town Car | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Town Car | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2040 mm |
