2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1992 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Proton Saloon 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 172 more horse power than 1992 Proton Saloon. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1992 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1992 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Proton Saloon, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Proton Saloon. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1992 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1992 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Town Car | 1992 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Lincoln | Proton |
| Model | Town Car | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
