2009 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 182 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Town Car | Laputa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |