2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1981 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Wrangler | Town Car |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |