2007 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett 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 150 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1984 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Opel Kadett, 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, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett. 2007 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1984 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1984 Opel Kadett 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 | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Town Car | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2520 mm |
