2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 21 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 43 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 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Pacifica | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
