1980 Audi Sport vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 820 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. 1983 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | Sport | Town Car |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |