2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 1983 Lincoln Town Car
Make GMC Lincoln
Model Envoy Town Car
Year Released 2005 1983
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 129 HP
Torque 373 Nm 311 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 76.2 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 5570 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L