2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1989 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 521 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1989 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 1989 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1989 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | HR-V | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
