2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Sierra | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
