1967 Audi Variant vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 630 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lincoln Continental 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 1984 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Variant | Continental |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
