1980 Audi 200 vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 269 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 200 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
