2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Town Car | 1987 Buick Century | |
Make | Lincoln | Buick |
Model | Town Car | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2664 mm |