2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 637 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Avalanche | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2990 mm |