2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Silverado | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2990 mm |