2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1986 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 | 1986 Renault 4 | |
Make | Lincoln | Renault |
Model | Town Car | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 956 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 | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 695 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 |