2007 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 453 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2007 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Town Car | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
Model | Town Car | Jeep |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2650 mm |