2008 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Town Car | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Town Car | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |