2009 Kia Magentis vs. 1982 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 27 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, 2009 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis 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 215 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis, 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, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Magentis | 1982 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Magentis | Town Car |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |