2006 Ford Territory vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory 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 576 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Territory | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
