1975 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 835 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 80 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
