2005 Acura TL vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL, 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Acura | Lincoln |
Model | TL | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |