1980 Audi 200 vs. 2001 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 21 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 503 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200. 2001 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1980 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2001 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 200 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
