2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 4, 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1975 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1975 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Town Car | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
