2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 546 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4, 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, 1983 Lincoln Town Car (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | C4 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |