2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1991 Renault TXE
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault TXE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault TXE 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 145 more horse power than 1991 Renault TXE. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault TXE.
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, 1991 Renault TXE, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault TXE. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault TXE. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault TXE has manual transmission. 1991 Renault TXE 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 | 1991 Renault TXE | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Town Car | TXE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
