2008 Lexus IS vs. 1982 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
Because 2008 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS 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, 2008 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus IS | 1982 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | IS | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |