2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Sprinter | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2990 mm |
