2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (311 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Maverick | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
