2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 23 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Rainier | Town Car |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |