2005 GMC Safari vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 Safari (190 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 135 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.
Because 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Safari | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
