2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT 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 105 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 813 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Town Car | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Town Car | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
