2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1987 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 1987 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Sedona | Town Car |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2990 mm |