2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 128 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 976 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2004 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
Model | Town Car | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 111 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2002 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |