2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 663 kg more than 1981 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 Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
