2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, 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, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 1988 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | C2 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2990 mm |