2006 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Elan. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 980 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan, 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, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (143 Nm). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Town Car | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Town Car | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 997 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
